Allston Thai shop! I hope everyone will go to eat once!

🇹🇭 Laughing Monk Cafe: Allston's Hidden Thai Gem You Need to Try (Trust, It's Better Than Chicken... Maybe) As a BU student who’s basically married to Underdog, I can’t believe I slept on this Thai spot for 4 years. Tucked on Brighton Ave, this unassuming joint serves up authentic Thai flavors that’ll make you forget all about fried chicken (temporarily, at least). Here’s what converted me: 🌟 The Dishes That'll Make You Ditch Your Usual Order Panang Nuar Nong Lai (Coconut Beef Curry) 🔥 Tender beef chunks in a rich, slightly spicy coconut curry—umami overload! Pro tip: Order extra rice ($3/small bowl, but worth it for soaking up the sauce). Warning: They’ll assume you want rice, so speak up if you don’t. Larb Moo Grob (Crispy Pork Salad) 🥗 Fried pork belly that’s shatteringly crisp (a bit dry, but that’s the point). Tossed in a tangy Thai dressing with onions—bright, refreshing, and totally unique. First bite: "Weird," second bite: "Give me more." Mango Sticky Rice 🍭 Got lucky—they only serve this when mangoes are ripe! Sweet-tart mango with blue butterfly pea flower-stained sticky rice. Light coconut milk drizzle—perfect end to a spicy meal. 💡 Pro Tips from a New Convert Rice Strategy：$3 rice is optional, but highly recommended with the curry. Spice Level："Medium" packs a punch—order "mild" if you’re sensitive (they take spice seriously). Hidden Menu Vibes：Ask about daily specials—mango sticky rice was a surprise! 📍 Deets & Dollars Address：168 Brighton Ave A, Allston (near BU campus—no excuses, students) Price：$30-40/person (curry + salad + dessert = solid meal) Vibe：Cozy, low-key—great for solo eats or casual dates 🌟 Final Verdict: 4.5/5 for Authentic Thai in Allston Move over, fried chicken—Laughing Monk just became my new Allston go-to. Whether you’re a curry fiend or salad skeptic, this spot delivers flavors that’ll make you wonder why you ever settled for basic. #BostonThaiFood #AllstonEats #BUStudentEats #ThaiCurryLover #HiddenGemBoston